Hardeep Singh Brar Named CEO of BMW India

BMW Group India has announced that Mr. Hardeep Singh Brar will take over as the President and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) from 1 September 2025. He will replace Mr. Vikram Pawah, who has been appointed CEO of BMW Group Australia and New Zealand. This change is important as India is one of BMW’s fastest-growing markets.

Leadership Change at BMW India

The change in top leadership was shared in an official statement from BMW Group India, which is based in Gurugram. Mr. Brar, who has worked in the Indian car industry for over 30 years, will step into the role from September 1, 2025. The announcement comes as the company looks to strengthen its position in India, a key market for its future growth.

Mr. Vikram Pawah, who led BMW India from 2020 to 2025, will now return to BMW Australia and New Zealand, where he also worked earlier. Under his leadership, BMW India grew in areas such as electric mobility, digital services, and customer experience.

About Mr. Hardeep Singh Brar

Mr. Brar brings a strong background in the auto sector. He was most recently the Senior Vice President of Sales and Marketing at Kia India. He has also worked with well-known brands like Maruti-Suzuki, Volkswagen, General Motors, Nissan, and Great Wall Motors. His experience includes handling sales, marketing, customer service, and business strategy.

He holds a degree in Mechanical Engineering from Thapar Institute of Engineering and Technology and completed the Senior Executive Leadership Program at Harvard Business School.

BMW Group’s Presence in India

BMW Group India began its operations in 2007 and includes three brands: BMW, MINI, and BMW Motorrad. Its Indian headquarters is in Gurugram, and it runs a car manufacturing plant in Chennai, a distribution centre in Pune, and a training centre in Gurugram. BMW Group has over 80 dealerships across India and makes 10 car models locally.

The company’s aim is to remain a strong player in the premium car market. With the new leadership, BMW India hopes to continue its growth and improve its connection with Indian customers.